Maria Alicia Arbaiza, 66, was born on May 3 in El Salvador. Daughter of Maria Santos Jimenez and Vicente Ramos.

Survivors to appreciate and honor her memory; her husband and best friend of 42 years, Adan Arbaiza. Sister whom she loved very much, Martha Teachey and brother Manuel Jimenez. Mr. Sebastian, whom she loved as a father. Sandra Mendez whom she loved as a daughter. Several granddaughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Likewise nephews, friends, and brothers/sisters in Christ.

María enjoyed her free time playing candy crush or another game on her "phone" as she said. She was a big fan of natural flowers, especially red roses. Maria was kind to everyone, with a strong and determined soul, but at the same time she was sweet and affectionate. Her love for God, family and friends made her life complete. María and her family received a lot of support and love during her battle of her illness. For she believed; John 11: 25-26 Jesus said to her: "I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, even if he is dead, will live. And everyone who lives and believes in me, will not die forever". Maria will surely be missed, but the most precious memories will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 9:00 pm on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at Saron Baptist Church in Chinquapin.

Funeral service will be held from 6:00 to 9:00 pm on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at the church.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Wallace, NC

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Maria Alicia Arbaiza, 66, nacio el dia 03 de Mayo en El Salvador. Hija de Maria Santos Jimenez y Vicente Ramos.

Sobrevivientes para apreciar y honrar su memoria; su esposo y mejor amigo de 42 años Adan Arbaiza. Hermana a quien amava mucho,Martha Teachey y hermano Manuel Jimenez. Don Sebastian a quien quiso como su padre. Sandra Mendez a quien quiso como una hija. Varias nietas, nietos, y bisnietos. Igualmente sobrinos, amigos, y hermanos en Cristo.

María disfrutava su tiempo libre jugando candy crush o otro juego en su "phone" como ella decia. Era muy fanatica de las flores naturales, en especial rosas rojas. Maria era amable con todos,con una alma fuerte y decidida, pero a la misma ves era dulce y cariñosa. El amor a Dios, su familia y amigos hizo su vida completa.

María y su familia recibieron mucho apoyo y amor durante su lucha contra la enfermedad que tenia. Porque ella creo; Juan 11: 25-26 Le dijo Jesus: Yo soy la resurreccion y la vida; el que cree en mi, aunque este muerto, vivirá. Y todo aquel que vive y cree en mi, no morira eternamente. María seguramente será extrañada, pero los recuerdos mas preciados permanecerán para siempre en el corazón de quienes la conocieron y amaron.